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POA’s Celeste Corcoran: ABC World News ‘Person of the Week’ #BostonStrong

Celeste Corcoran was the ABC World News with Diane Sawyer ‘Person of the Week’ last week. We’re so proud of all her accomplishments! We love you, Celeste! (You might recognize a few of the “therapists” in this video.) Click Here for Video Link

Amputee Sisters, Gracelyn and Addilyn, Taking Off On Their Prosthetic Legs! #POAproud

What a joy it was to meet Gracelyn, Addilyn and their wonderful family! It was an extra special treat to watch Addilyn, 2, take her very first steps, and then see Gracelyn take off on her new running foot! #whywelovetocometoworkeveryday

Report on Mobility Clinic with Bob Gailey PT in Florida, 5/2011

POA resident Ronnie Dickson (who is also an above knee amputee), reports on the recent Mobility Clinic featuring Bob Gailey, PT on his blog, “Take a Leg Off.” He also writes about other Bob Gailey mobility clinics he has participated in. Click here to read blog >>

“Winter the Dolphin’s Family Beach Fest” at the Clearwater Aquarium on May 20, 2011

Meet “Winter,” the dolphin with the prosthetic tail, on May 20th at the Clearwater Aquarium! Admission for families is FREE! Proceeds from a “Fun Run”, 5K and 15K will benefit both the Aquarium and the Florida Chapter of the Challenged Athletes Foundation. Click on the following link for information on Winter’s festival and registration for fundraising events. Click here >>

POA is Sponsoring a “OPAF First Volley” Tennis Clinic on March 18, 2011

Tennis For Everyone! POA is sponsoring an adaptive tennis clinic on Friday, March 18, 2011 at the Caribe Royal Resort Tennis Courts. Come try adaptive tennis skills and drills. Clinic is open to anyone with a physical challenge. Click on this link to download a. First Volley Registration Form» We are also trying to schedule a “First Swing” Golf Clinic…details to follow.